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6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer

6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer
Ryan Schmidt
Ryan Schmidt August 19, 2026 @ 12:36 PM
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Payton Sorensen
Payton Sorensen 5'11" | SG/CG | 2029
SD
Blake Lundin
Blake Lundin 6'8" | PF/C | 2028
SD
Deng Mayen
Deng Mayen 6'2" | CG | 2029
SD
Noah Woods
Noah Woods 6'7" | CG/SF | 2029
SD
Ty Barman
Ty Barman 6'4" | SF/SG | 2029
ND
Crew Rickard
Crew Rickard 6'1" | PG | 2027
ND
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Woods runs the floor like a gazelle, and leaps effortlessly in transition or in the half-court. Woods is a perimeter oriented wing with strong traits of guard skills, and the next step in ball handling ability could bring Woods even higher. His length, speed, quickness and dexterity make him a high-level potential defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offers: TCU, Ohio State, Nebraska, Iowa, South Dakota State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/streethistory/status/2089501333648810287","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/streethistory/status/2089501333648810287 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2442325"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a85e9b42ccb7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2442325' first='Ty' last='Barman'] is a six-foot-four-inch 2029 power forward from Ray that played this spring and summer with [program_tooltip program_id='2139207' first='Bears' last='Tail Basketball']. Barman is the #17 ranked athletes by Rivals in football in the country and those advanced athletic skills shine on the basketball court offensively and defensively. Barman is a great leaper, runner, and has good upper body strength. In transition if Barman has one step on you, you can assume he's beating you down the floor for a finish, generally above the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offers: Minnesota (Football), North Dakota (football), North Dakota State (Football)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/streethistory/status/2060700526946156555","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/streethistory/status/2060700526946156555 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2826298"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a85e9b42ccdd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2826298' first='Payton' last='Sorensen'] is a five-foot-eleven-inch 2029 guard from Dakota Valley and plays with [program_tooltip program_id='2222672' first='Sanford' last='Sports Academy SF']. Sorenson plays well with the ball and without, particularly moving to get open. Sorensen shows strong perimeter scoring ability with perimeter shooting and can make 3's in high numbers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Payton_S10/status/2087930717669880110","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Payton_S10/status/2087930717669880110 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2481885"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a85e9b42ccfe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2481885' first='Deng' last='Mayen'] is a six-foot-two-inch 2029 guard from Sioux Falls Jefferson and [program_tooltip program_id='2222672' first='Sanford' last='Sports Academy SF']. Mayen is a good athlete, runs the floor effortlessly and moves the ball up the sideline and gets up the sideline quickly. Mayen has the ability to score in the half-court with a quick first step, spot-up shooting, perimeter shooting, and crafty finisher around the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/PHCircuit/status/2077563307175665847","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/PHCircuit/status/2077563307175665847 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2723975"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a85e9b42cd1e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2723975' first='Blake' last='Lundin'] is a six-foot-eight-inch 2028 forward from Tea Area and Sandford Sports Academy SF. Lundin has floor stretching ability and qualities with his deep 3-point shooting ability. Lundin's height and reach give him potential as a defender and he shows solid anticipation skills defending at the rim. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.instagram.com/reels/DaOF2fJJYdY"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.instagram.com/reels/DaOF2fJJYdY </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132773"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a85e9b42cd3d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2132773' first='Crew' last='Rickard'] is a six-foot 2027 guard from Fargo North and played with Minnesota Comets Elite Dahl this spring. Rickard is a very good perimeter shooter and can make 3-pointers spotted up, on the move, and shows some ability off the dribble. Rickard has good court IQ skills.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Offers: Augsburg, St. John's University (D3)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/streethistory/status/2089845699965829387","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"x","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-x wp-block-embed-x"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/streethistory/status/2089845699965829387 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed -->
Noah Woods

Noah Woods

SD
CG/SF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS CG/SF
CLASS 2029
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Noah Woods

State: South Dakota
School: Sioux Falls Washington
Club: D1 Minnesota

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6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer 6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer 6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer is a six-foot-eight-inch 2029 wing from Sioux Falls Washington and played with D1 Minnesota 3SSB. Woods recently was ranked a Top 35 player in the country, and the traits he exhibits really makes you see why…

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Highlights

Noah Woods Dunk at Comets Shootout 2026@NoahRWoods @D1Minnesota2029 @adidasd1mn pic.twitter.com/E88pfeEdoj

— StreetHistory Videos (@streethistory) August 17, 2026
Ty Barman

Ty Barman

ND #1
SF/SG #1
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF/SG
CLASS 2029
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Ty
Barman SF/SG
Class
2029
Height
6'4"
HS
Ray
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ND
6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer
Ty Barman is a six-foot-four-inch 2029 power forward from Ray that played this spring and summer with Bears...
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Ty Barman

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State: North Dakota
School: Ray
Club: Bears Tail Basketball

Ty Barman Ty Barman Ty Barman 6'4" | SF/SG Ray | 2029 State ND is a six-foot-four-inch 2029 power forward from Ray that played this spring and summer with Bears Tail Basketball . Barman is the #17 ranked athletes by Rivals in football in the country and those advanced athletic skills shine on the basketball court offensively and defensively. Barman is a great leaper, runner, and has good upper body strength. In transition if Barman has one step on you, you can assume he's beating you down the floor for a finish, generally above the rim.

Offers: Minnesota (Football), North Dakota (football), North Dakota State (Football)

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Ty Barman Dunk at #phnhrstate @PHCircuit

2029 @Bearstailball Forward@PrepHoopsDakota @DaksHoops @PrepHoops pic.twitter.com/qMxtCiWmAT

— StreetHistory Videos (@streethistory) May 30, 2026
Payton Sorensen

Payton Sorensen

SD #2
SG/CG #2
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS SG/CG
CLASS 2029
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Payton
Sorensen SG/CG
Class
2029
Height
5'11"
HS
Dakota Valley
|
SD
6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer
Payton Sorensen is a five-foot-eleven-inch 2029 guard from Dakota Valley and plays with Sanford Sports Academy SF ....
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Payton Sorensen

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State: South Dakota
School: Dakota Valley
Club: Martin Brothers

Payton Sorensen Payton Sorensen Payton Sorensen 5'11" | SG/CG Dakota Valley | 2029 State SD is a five-foot-eleven-inch 2029 guard from Dakota Valley and plays with Sanford Sports Academy SF . Sorenson plays well with the ball and without, particularly moving to get open. Sorensen shows strong perimeter scoring ability with perimeter shooting and can make 3's in high numbers. 

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Highlights from Prep Hoops 2k26!
Went 4-0 in the top pool of 15u, Made the 15u all tournament first team!
Weekend Averages:
PPG: 20.8
RPG: 2.8
APG: 1.5
SPG: 2.0
3PT%: 51.4% with 19 made threes
FG%: 56%@PrepHoopsDakota @DaksHoops @AlanOlsen32 @Spencer_C3Hoops pic.twitter.com/2ARRh8DWTk

— Payton Sorensen (@Payton_S10) August 13, 2026
Deng Mayen

Deng Mayen

SD
CG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS CG
CLASS 2029
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Deng Mayen

State: South Dakota
School: Jefferson
Club: Sanford Sports Academy SF

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6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer 6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer 6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer is a six-foot-two-inch 2029 guard from Sioux Falls Jefferson and 6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer. Mayen is a good athlete, runs the floor effortlessly and moves the ball up the sideline and gets up the…

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Money Moves from Deng Mayen at #PH2k26 💰 @sanfordhoops_sf pic.twitter.com/i6llXeqWnQ

— Prep Hoops Circuit 🏀 (@PHCircuit) July 16, 2026
Blake Lundin

Blake Lundin

SD
PF/C
HEIGHT 6'8"
POS PF/C
CLASS 2028
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Blake Lundin

State: South Dakota
School: Tea Area
Club: Sanford Sports Academy SF

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6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer 6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer 6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer is a six-foot-eight-inch 2028 forward from Tea Area and Sandford Sports Academy SF. Lundin has floor stretching ability and qualities with his deep 3-point shooting ability. Lundin's height and reach give him potential as a defender…

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https://www.instagram.com/reels/DaOF2fJJYdY
Crew Rickard

Crew Rickard

ND #10
PG #3
HEIGHT 6'1"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Rickard PG
Class
2027
Height
6'1"
HS
Fargo North
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ND
6 Dakota Prospects I Saw This Summer
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Crew Rickard

State: North Dakota
School: Fargo North
Club: Minnesota Comets

Crew Rickard Crew Rickard Crew Rickard 6'1" | PG Fargo North | 2027 State ND is a six-foot 2027 guard from Fargo North and played with Minnesota Comets Elite Dahl this spring. Rickard is a very good perimeter shooter and can make 3-pointers spotted up, on the move, and shows some ability off the dribble. Rickard has good court IQ skills.

Offers: Augsburg, St. John's University (D3)

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Crew Rickard Drills 3 at Comets Shootout 2026@MNCometsElite @CrewRickard pic.twitter.com/ufPoWiNrPi

— StreetHistory Videos (@streethistory) August 18, 2026

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